Japanese black bear - Wikipedia
The Japanese black bear (Ursus thibetanus japonicus) is a subspecies of the Asian black bear that lives on two main islands of Japan: Honshu and Shikoku.
‘On bear patrol’: Inside Japan’s fightback against a surge ... - CNN
11 hours ago · A surge of bear attacks in Japan has sparked alarm, with some hunters saying the situation is reaching emergency levels
The Two Ferocious Bears in Japan: With Pictures and Facts
Feb 11, 2022 · There are only two bear species in Japan. These include the Japanese Black Bear and the Ussuri Brown Bear. The bear species have been the stuff of legend, myth, and some …
Bear attacks continue in Japan as winter sets in - NHKオンライン
Dec 4, 2025 · Bear attacks are continuing in Japan despite the onset of the snow season. Four people were injured on Thursday morning.
Japan's Surging Bear Crisis: A Surprisingly Complicated Problem
2 days ago · Bear attacks are at a record high in Japan currently, and while clearly a serious problem, the causes for it are often widely misunderstood.
BEARS IN JAPAN: CHARACTERISTICS, BEHAVIOR, SPECIES, …
There are two species of bear found in Japan: the Asiatic black bear and Ezo brown bear. Black bears are found throughout Honshu and a few places in Shikoku. Some have even been seen …
A five-point plan to address Japan’s bear crisis
Dec 2, 2025 · A deeper, long-term driver is reshaping the landscape. Over the 40 years leading up to 2018, the distribution of bears in Japan expanded to nearly twice its former size.
3 Bears Native To Japan: Exploring Asian Black Bear, Japanese …
5 days ago · In Japan, various species of Bears are native to the country. The Asian black bear, the Japanese black bear and the Ussuri brown bear are all inhabiting Japan and are an …
Record 230 people attacked by bears in Japan from April to …
6 days ago · TOKYO (Kyodo) -- A record 230 people were attacked by bears in Japan between April and November this year, preliminary government data showed Friday.
Japanese Bear Attacks: What's Going On? | JoynTokyo
22 hours ago · Learn why bear attacks in Japan are on the rise, where they’re happening, and how to protect yourself with safety tips from local experts and government guidance.